Many neighborhood restaurants in Cincinnati come and go over the years, and only a few hang on for the long run. If you grew up in Colerain in the 80s, chances are you enjoyed many takeout meals from China Chef. This favorite Chinese restaurant in Cincinnati is still around, almost 40 years later, and many say it’s better than ever. With a new look and delicious menu, it’s time to check it out again, unless of course you’ve never stopped visiting this westside local gem.

Colerain Avenue is a long, busy street on the westside of Cincinnati that has evolved in many ways over the years.
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Of course, it's only natural that local businesses would come and go, but one that has been around for almost 40 years is China Chef.
Both the exterior and the interior of China Chef have had makeovers over the past few years, but it still sits in the same spot on Colerain.
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If you haven't been in a while or wondered if it's still open, it is time to stop by and see the fresh, modern inside, because this favorite Chinese restaurant in Cincinnati is definitely still around.
The renovations of the restaurant make for a relaxing, lovely place to enjoy a meal.
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Of course, you can also order carryout by calling in your order or you can now even order through the restaurant's website (linked below).

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The menu at China Chef has all of your favorites and you can't really go wrong with any choice.
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It's always a good idea at a restaurant like this to order a few different items and share. Or better yet, there's nothing better than leftovers of Chinese food!
Whether you want traditional fried rice or something more adventurous, China Chef has it.
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The food is made fresh when you order and the flavors make your favorite Chinese dish a standout.
Don't place an order at China Chef without an order of egg rolls or fried wontons.
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Both are the perfect accompaniment to your meal. They also have a scrumptious crab rangoon and potsticker.
Colerain Avenue is still a busy street, just as it was in the early 1980s.
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And since it opened in the early 80s, China Chef continues to welcome longtime and first-time guests to try some of the best Chinese food in the city.

Many areas of the Queen City, Colerain included, have seen local restaurants come and go over the decades. While much of Colerain Avenue looks different than it did 40 years ago, China Chef remains a favorite Chinese restaurant in Cincinnati. When was the last time you stopped in for takeout and a dine-in meal at China Chef? Share your love for this local eatery with us in the comments.

For more information (and even to order online!), visit the China Chef website.

And for another Chinese restaurant that’s been around for decades, check out this Cincinnati favorite that has two local destinations.

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8034 Colerain Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45239, USA